Location Manager– is responsible for the finding and securing locations to be used for the production. Director – the person in charge of all creative elements of the film, the “vision”, the transfer of script to screen, and the overall performances of the actors. Camera Operator – the person who is responsible for the “framing” of each shot. Boom Operator – the person who is responsible for keeping the microphone as close to the actor’s as possible (without the microphone being in the shot) Cinematographer - The person who is responsible for lighting the film to create the right mood. Continunity - the person who’s responsible for recording every action of every moment in each shot. Keeps track of wardrobe and props, and their positions during every take.
FILM LINGO Set – where the actual shooting is taking place. Hot Set – the set must remain exactly the same as the last shot. If anything is “hot” it means it will be seen on camera again and must remain untouched. Scene – a part of the film composed of a series of shots. Usually takes place in one time and place. Dolly – platform on wheels where the camera is mounted to be pushed/pulledfor a smooth movement.
THINGS YOU WILL SAY ON A SET LOCK IT UP – to prevent any activity or disruptions that could interfere with the shot. Applies when working in hallways to stop people from walking into a shot the crew will make sure traffic doesn’t disrupt the scene. ROLLING – means both camera and sound are rolling and all noises must stop until CUT is called. ACTION – cue that gives the actors to start their actions, dialogue and movement. CUT – when the shot is complete or if there are any problems.
PART 1
Crew Positions and Film Lingo
they really do say "and . . . ACTION" by Jibbo / © All rights reserved
Location Manager – is responsible for the finding and securing locations to be used for the production.
Director – the person in charge of all creative elements of the film, the “vision”, the transfer of script to screen, and the overall performances of the actors.
Camera Operator – the person who is responsible for the “framing” of each shot.
Boom Operator – the person who is responsible for keeping the microphone as close to the actor’s as possible (without the microphone being in the shot)
Cinematographer - The person who is responsible for lighting the film to create the right mood.
Continunity - the person who’s responsible for recording every action of every moment in each shot. Keeps track of wardrobe and props, and their positions during every take.
FILM LINGO
Set – where the actual shooting is taking place.
Hot Set – the set must remain exactly the same as the last shot. If anything is “hot” it means it will be seen on camera again and must remain untouched.
Scene – a part of the film composed of a series of shots. Usually takes place in one time and place.
Dolly – platform on wheels where the camera is mounted to be pushed/pulled for a smooth movement.
THINGS YOU WILL SAY ON A SET
LOCK IT UP – to prevent any activity or disruptions that could interfere with the shot. Applies when working in hallways to stop people from walking into a shot the crew will make sure traffic doesn’t disrupt the scene.
ROLLING – means both camera and sound are rolling and all noises must stop until CUT is called.
ACTION – cue that gives the actors to start their actions, dialogue and movement.
CUT – when the shot is complete or if there are any problems.